The Vessel: A $200 Million Stairway to... Well, Somewhere
Let's Talk About Money, Honey
So, you’ve seen it. That giant, copper-clad, honeycomb-shaped thing in Hudson Yards. It looks like a giant, metallic shawarma, or maybe a really expensive wastepaper basket. But whatever it is, it cost a lot of money. Like, a whole lot.
How Much Does a Giant Staircase Cost?
Brace yourselves: the Vessel, in all its shiny, Instagrammable glory, set its builders back a cool $200 million. Two. Hundred. Million. Dollars. That’s enough to fund a small country, or buy a really, really big yacht. Or, you know, build a decent-sized hospital.
The Price is Right... Or Is It?
Now, you might be thinking, “$200 million for a glorified staircase? Are they high?” And honestly, you’d have a point. But the Vessel isn’t just a staircase, it’s a statement. A statement about how much money developers have, and how much they're willing to spend on something that looks like it belongs in a sci-fi movie.
The Cost of Cool
The thing is, the Vessel is undeniably cool. It's a photo op, a conversation starter, and a weird, wonderful addition to the NYC skyline. But is it worth the price tag? That’s a question for the philosophers, or maybe the accountants.
FAQs: Vessel Edition
How to justify spending $200 million on a staircase?Find a really, really rich friend.
How to climb the Vessel without feeling guilty?Remember, it’s art. And art is subjective.
How to avoid the crowds at the Vessel?Go at 3 AM on a Tuesday.
How to appreciate the Vessel’s architectural beauty?Tilt your head, squint, and imagine it's a spaceship.
How to reconcile the Vessel's cost with the city's homeless population?That’s a really good question. Maybe write to your local representative.